Frequently Asked Questions
Q 1. How do I know that I need a counselling session?
You need a counselling session if you find yourself in any of the following situations:
I feel emotionally drained
I feel alone even when there are people
I feel extremely emotional without knowing why
I feel angry and helpless at the same time and don’t know what to do about it.
I smoke, drink and use drugs to feel good about myself.
I overeat when I am emotionally upset.
I feel that I am done, and there is nothing more to achieve in life.
I feel useless and incompetent.
I want to be a better version of myself.
Q 2. How do I know that my therapist is the right person for me?
My therapist is non judgmental
My therapist stands by me even if I have committed grave blunder
My therapist keeps my trivial as well as my darkest secret confidential
My therapist works with conviction that every problem has a solution
My therapist guides me towards what is best for me
My therapist is competent and has excellent analytical skills
My therapist connects with human mind with compassion
Q 3. How do I know that I am depressed and need help?
I feel Hopeless, helpless and worthless
I don’t find pleasure in any activity.
I have lost interest in meeting friends, people and fun activities
I have an irregular appetite
I feel drained out and exhausted most of the time
I have sleeping issues
I feel irritable even on minor issues
I hate people without knowing why
I feel I am done with my life and have nothing more to do
Q4 In a relationship issue do you need both partners to come for the session?
In a relationship issue, ideally it is good if both the partners come to seek help but many a times it is not possible for various reasons. In that case one partner coming for therapy is better than no therapy. One partner may see the benefit and the other may not see it that way. There can be a change in dynamics of the relationship with therapy by which the willing partner can bring change in the relationship.
Q 5. What is the difference between Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?
Psychologist is a mental health professional who has a degree in Psychology
Psychologist can diagnose and put the treatment plan together.
Psychologist uses techniques to counsel and modify unwanted behaviours
Psychiatrist is a medical professional with medical degree
Psychiatrist provides medication for mental health issues
Psychiatrist diagnosis and treat mental health issues by giving medicines.
Q6. How long does therapy last?
It depends on the complexity and severity of the case.
It depends on the depth of change the client wants to bring about in his or her life.
It depends on client’s readiness for the therapy, motivation to change and continuity in the relationship.